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Highlights

  • On site laundry
  • Modern design
  • Nice sized walk-in closet
  • Off street parking spot
  • Lots of space

Location

333 W Ortega St, Santa Barbara, CA 93101, USA|West Downtown
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Management

Channel View Apartments

Leasing office

(805) 451-4551

Property Overview

Ortega Apartments offers a modern design with off-street parking, on-site laundry, and nicely sized closets. These features make it a practical option for residents seeking convenient amenities and well-kept living spaces.

This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings” and “Things you’ll love” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.

Zumper Expert Rating

8.0
Very Good
With a solid 8 out of 10 overall, Ortega Apartments is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Ortega Apartments has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.

Things you’ll love

  • Elementary school nearby
  • High school nearby

Floor plans

Ortega Unit A1 bed1 bath$3,295 /mo1 unit availableThe best walking location in Santa Barbara.....only 3 blocks to the Paseo Nuevo, 6 blocks to the beach and 4 blocks to SBCC. A nice sized walk-in closet. It has an off street parking spot that is included, plus on site laundry. On the outside this looks like an old Victorian house, but inside it is a modern design with lots of space for a one bedroom apartment.

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About Ortega Apartments

HomeApartments in Santa BarbaraWest Downtown Ortega Apartments

The best walking location in Santa Barbara.....only 3 blocks to the Paseo Nuevo, 6 blocks to the beach and 4 blocks to SBCC. A nice sized walk-in closet. It has an off street parking spot that is included, plus on site laundry. On the outside this looks like an old Victorian house, but inside it is a modern design with lots of space for a one bedroom apartment.


Zumper Expert Rating

Our expert rating is based on a weighted average score of property attributes that renters care about most: price, amenities, location, quality, and trust.
8.0
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8 out of 10 overall, Ortega Apartments is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Ortega Apartments has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
How we rated Ortega Apartments
Price·9A score that weighs the cost and location of the property, which we calculate by comparing rent prices of recent units to the median price of nearby rentals, adjusting for overall quality and features.
Ortega Apartments stands out with a remarkable rating of 9/10 for its cost per bedroom compared to other rentals in the area. Considering the excellent balance between price, convenience, and comfort that it provides, residents enjoy a high-quality living experience.
Amenities·8A score based on the amenities offered at this property compared to other rentals in the area. We consider the quantity, quality, and popularity of features both on site and within the units.
With multiple in-demand amenities, Ortega Apartments is committed to enhancing the renting experience. And while it may have fewer total conveniences and features than similar rentals nearby, it remains a top choice for renters wanting an specific standard of living.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
Ortega Apartments is exceptional when it comes to location and conveniences. Communication with management or leasing staff is usually quick and easy and they often use advanced scheduling and communication tools to streamline the process. The location of this property offers easy access to popular points of interest in the area and options for getting around.
Quality·6A score based on what makes the property stand out, such as luxury features, unique offerings, age of the building, and our ability to verify the accuracy of these details.
While Ortega Apartments does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
Trustworthiness·7A score based on the accuracy, completeness, recency, and usefulness of the information provided by this property, so you can trust that what you see is what you get.
Ortega Apartments provides some information about the features available in the community and its apartments, making it a reliable option for prospective renters. Renters should ask additional questions about amenities and non-negotiable items they are looking for.

Property highlights

We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.

How Ortega Apartments compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Elementary school nearby
There is an elementary school 0.5 mile away
High school nearby
There is a high school 1 mile away

Considerations

Greater distance from middle schools
The nearest middle school is farther than 1 mile away
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Rent trends in West Downtown

1-bedroom apartments at Ortega Apartments cost about 27% more than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in West Downtown.

Median rents as of Aug 1 2026.
West Downtown
Santa Barbara
A table of studio rental data trends in Santa Barbara
MonthMedian Rent
August 2024$2,216
September 2024$2,181
October 2024$2,275
November 2024$2,215
December 2024$2,106
January 2025$2,999
February 2025$2,362
March 2025$2,295
April 2025$2,337
May 2025$2,370
June 2025$2,512
July 2025$2,437
August 2025$2,400
September 2025$2,397
October 2025$2,453
November 2025$2,485
December 2025$2,243
January 2026$2,460
February 2026$2,500
March 2026$2,480
April 2026$2,412
May 2026$2,498
June 2026$2,525
July 2026$2,467
August 2026$2,450
A table of studio rental data trends in West Downtown
MonthMedian Rent
February 2025$2,200
August 2025$2,200
September 2025$2,200
April 2026$2,695
May 2026$2,603
June 2026$2,200

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Bedrooms

1 bedroom

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$131,800/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $131,800 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $3,295.
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Schools near Ortega Apartments

CommUnify - Los Ninos Head Start

130 e cota st

santa barbara, CA, 93101

PKPublic

Santa Barbara Community Academy

850 portesuello ave

santa barbara, CA, 93101

K-6Public
B-

Monroe Elementary School

431 flora vista dr

santa barbara, CA, 93109

K-6Public
A-

Cold Spring Elementary School

2243 sycamore canyon rd

santa barbara, CA, 93108

K-6Public
A

Montecito Union

385 san ysidro rd

santa barbara, CA, 93108

K-6Public
A+
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Getting around Santa Barbara near 333 W Ortega St

Walking

7/10
Grab your reusable bags–many shops and stores are within walking distance.

Driving

9/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.

Cycling

6/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.

Transit

5/10
Frequent public transit options are within walking distance.

Points of interest for 333 W Ortega St, Santa Barbara

Groceries

9/10
At least one supermarket within a 5-minute walk

Shopping

8/10
Several shops within a few minutes’ walk

Cafes

5/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk

Restaurants

7/10
Variety of restaurants within a few minutes' walk

Primary schools

7/10
At least one elementary school within a 15-minute walk

High schools

7/10
At least one high school within a 15-minute walk

Nightlife

5/10
Some bars within a few minutes’ walk

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